What happens during an evaluation?
Gait analysis is performed by a multidisciplinary team which includes a biomedical engineer, kinesiologist, physical therapist and technician. A typical evaluation takes about two to three hours to perform. After a brief orientation, when the patient arrives at the center, the patient is instructed to walk across the main testing area’s 12-meter walkway as digital video cameras record front/rear and side views. Following the videotaping, the physical therapist evaluates the muscle strength and range of motion. Then, “muscle microphones” (electrodes) and specially designed reflectors are placed on the muscles and specific anatomical landmarks of the patient’s legs and hips by the biomedical engineer or kinesiologist. The patient is then asked to walk across the room while specialized cameras track the motion of the markers and the computer monitors the muscle activity.
The actual evaluation process will vary depending on the reason for referral. Some common procedures that the school psychologist will use may include, cognitive evaluation, academic achievement evaluation, social- emotional and/or behavioral evaluation, student observation in the classroom, student interviews, educational and psycho-educational record reviews, teacher interviews and/or progress reports, parent interviews, and various rating scales for students, parents, and teachers. When a student is referred for an evaluation, the process can take up to (but not exceeding) 60 school days. The evaluation, however, typically does not take this long. When the evaluation is complete, you will receive a written report in the mail. The school psychologist often meets with parents in person, or conferences with parents over the phone, in order to review the results of the evaluation and the contents of the report. If you have any questions or concerns about evaluations or reports, please b
What Does A Child Custody Evaluation Report Look Like? The report describes the procedures used and all sources of information central to reaching the decision. The report contains a summary of the information collected, the evaluator’s assessment of the family dynamics and the needs of the children, and a recommended custody and visitation plan. The original report is sent to the Court and each attorney/pro per receives a copy. The reports are identical in all respects except where criminal records have been obtained on the persons related to the case. Criminal reports are attached to the Court’s copy only. The attorneys’ copies are marked with a request not to generate further copies. We ask that information contained in the report be discussed with the client in a way that the children’s well-being is protected at all times, and the children do not suffer any repercussions as a result of their statements.
